fundamentalism
noun
fun·da·men·tal·ism
ˌfən-də-ˈmen-tə-ˌli-zəm 
1
a
often capitalized
: a movement in 20th century Protestantism emphasizing the literally interpreted Bible as fundamental to Christian life and teaching
b
: the beliefs of this movement
c
: adherence to such beliefs
a minister noted for his strict fundamentalism
2
: a movement or attitude stressing strict and literal adherence to a set of basic principles
Islamic fundamentalism
political fundamentalism
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The only thing Serena ever wanted more than a baby was a pulpit for her own fundamentalism.
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Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2025
Marty did not consider violent fundamentalism the only possibility for religion in the modern age.
—Eboo Patel, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
Let curiosity — not fundamentalism — be your guide to a brighter future.
—Colin Bedell, Them., 25 Apr. 2025
The Hill: Inside a conservative ecosystem built on free-market fundamentalism and a reflexive aversion to tax increases, some who embrace Trump have found themselves in a delicate position during the early months of a roller coaster administration.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 10 Apr. 2025
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Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2025
Marty did not consider violent fundamentalism the only possibility for religion in the modern age.
—Eboo Patel, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
Let curiosity — not fundamentalism — be your guide to a brighter future.
—Colin Bedell, Them., 25 Apr. 2025
The Hill: Inside a conservative ecosystem built on free-market fundamentalism and a reflexive aversion to tax increases, some who embrace Trump have found themselves in a delicate position during the early months of a roller coaster administration.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 10 Apr. 2025
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“Fundamentalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fundamentalism. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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